Maddur - Yelandur, Chamarajanagar
Maddur is a village situated in the Yelandur taluka of Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yelandur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Chamarajanagar. Madduru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maddur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maddur is 619793. The village covers a total geographical area of 2476.88 hectares and falls under the 571441 pincode. Yelandur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Maddur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kollegal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maddur
According to the 2011 Census, Maddur village had a total population of 6,097 people, including 3,082 males and 3,015 females, living in 1,427 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.19%, with male literacy at 67.12% and female literacy at 55.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,021, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 706.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,097 | 3,082 | 3,015 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 580 | 296 | 284 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,021 | 1,519 | 1,502 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 706 | 361 | 345 |
| Literate Population | 3,376 | 1,870 | 1,506 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,721 | 1,212 | 1,509 |
Nearby Villages of Maddur
Maddur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Maddur
Maddur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Yelandur to Maddur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamarajanagar to Maddur is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maddur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maddur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Maddur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maddur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Maddur
Where is Maddur located?
Maddur village is located in Yelandur Taluka, Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maddur?
The Gram Panchayat of Maddur is Madduru.
What is the pincode of Maddur?
The pincode of Maddur is 571441.
What is the population of Maddur?
Maddur had a total population of 6,097, including 3,082 males and 3,015 females.
How many households are there in Maddur?
Maddur had 1,427 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maddur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maddur was 61.19%. Male literacy was 67.12% and female literacy was 55.14%.